Ingredients and Weight:
- Yellow cake mix: 1 box (16.25 ounces)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Water: 1/2 cup
- Cream cheese, softened: 1 (8-ounce) package
- Butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Powdered sugar: 2 cups
- Blueberries: 1 pint (for flag's blue field)
- Raspberries: 1 pint (for flag's red stripes)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake.
- Arrange blueberries in a rectangular shape for the flag's blue field.
- Arrange raspberries in 7 horizontal stripes for the flag's red stripes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per slice
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Patriotic and festive
- Red, white, and blue colors
- Easy to make
- Perfect for parties and celebrations
User Comments:
- "This cake was a hit at my Fourth of July party! Everyone loved it."
- "The frosting is so creamy and delicious."
- "I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems."
- "The cake is moist and flavorful."
- "The presentation is beautiful and impressive."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a more intense flavor, use fresh berries instead of frozen.
- If you don't have blueberries or raspberries, you can use other red and blue fruits, such as strawberries, blackberries, or cherries.
- To prevent the berries from discoloring, brush them with lemon juice before arranging them on the cake.
